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The films starring Keanu Reeves are unusual, non-trivial, with a well-thought-out plot. The actor is very picky in choosing roles, preferring to appear in cult franchises. Not much is known about the celebrity, he does not like scandals, prefers a calm, quiet lifestyle, he is called a recluse and a hermit.
Once Keanu was very fond of Jennifer Syme, their daughter Ava Archer was growing up. But a tragedy happened that turned his life upside down: first his child died, then his beloved woman died in a car accident in 2001. After that, he stopped appearing anywhere but on the set.
But meeting 46-year-old artist Alexandra Grant changed everything. During the summer, he surprised many fans by attending a fashion show for the first time in years. And now they say that the actor intends to marry her, because. it was Alexandra, her positive attitude that helped him come back to life.
Nevertheless, he tried to do his job with high quality, despite the grief he experienced. This is confirmed by the best films starring Keanu Reeves: touching melodramas and cool action movies with his participation.
10 John Wick (2014)
Action film, directorial debut of Chad Stahelski and David Leitch. Keanu Reeves not only starred in it, but was also an executive producer.
It’s about a man named John Wick. It seems that he is an ordinary person who leads a quiet life, but in fact he was once a hired killer. When the son of the leader of a bandit group crosses his path, he remembers his skills and abilities.
In this film, the actor performed 90% of the stunts. Movie “John Wick” received positive reviews from critics, and Keanu himself was nominated for the Golden Raspberry, but in a good category – “for restoring reputation”. The picture will appeal to fans of action movies of the 90s. It turned out to be a beautiful, atmospheric movie, simple, but incredibly dynamic.
9. Sweet November (2001)
A melodrama based on an earlier version of the film, filmed in 1968. It stars Charlize Theron and Keanu Reeves. The actress believed that this role would make her even more successful, for the sake of it she refused the main role in Pearl Harbor.
But Theron was wrong, the film “Sweet November” was criticized, the actors were accused of the far-fetched situation, that it was impossible to believe what was happening on the screen. Moreover, the picture was nominated for the “Golden Raspberry”, including the performers of the main roles, i.e. Keanu Reeves.
She talks about Nelson, a typical businessman who has forgotten about his personal life. But meeting Sarah changes everything. he understands that before that he had not lived, he did not know how to rejoice.
Our viewers were not so categorical. Many people liked this melodrama, as well as the actors who played the main roles. They write that a very touching film about true love, which met all expectations. This is exactly what a real melodrama should be, which makes you think about what is really valuable in life.
8. Constantine: Lord of Darkness (2005)
Mystical thriller directed by Francis Lawrence, based on the comics “Messenger of Hell”. He talks about John Constantine, played by Keanu Reeves. He has an unusual talent: he can recognize certain entities among a crowd of people, a mixture of a demon and an angel. Tired of the visions, the man wanted to commit suicide, but was resurrected. Now his task is to fight the forces of evil.
«Constantine: Lord of Darkness”was nominated for several awards, was able to receive only one as the best grossing film. But he won the love of the audience.
Keanu Reeves played his role perfectly, it’s hard to imagine someone else in the image of Constantine, although initially they wanted to give it to Nicolas Cage. He is amazing here, he was able to convey the whole depth, the whole tragedy of the individual, his horror, despair and unbearable pain. And the film itself deserves attention, leaves a strong impression.
7. Lake House (2006)
Fantastic melodrama by Alejandro Agresti. This is an incredible story about how two people, soul mates, he and she, corresponded through the mailbox of the lake house. They were separated not by distance, but by 2 years, living in the same place, they could not meet because of the time difference, because. letters written in 2006 were mysteriously sent in 2004.
The role of Alex went to Keanu, and the girl Kate was played by Sandra Bullock. American critics did not like the illogicality of the plot and inconsistencies in the story, but the audience did not care. Painting “Lake house” turned out to be successful, with a budget of 40 million, it raised 114 million. Reeves did an excellent job with his role, was able to express the whole gamut of feelings of his hero, as if he did not play, but experienced this story himself. The film itself is calm, relaxing, and romantics can’t help but like it.
6. My Own Private Idaho (1991)
Dramatic picture of Gus Van Sant, he was not only the director, but also the author of the script. She talks about 2 guys who made a living selling their bodies.
Scott is the mayor’s son who, in protest, decided to engage in male prostitution, and his friend Mike is a homosexual who is in love with his companion and suffers from narcolepsy.
It took several years to complete the script. But no one was interested in them. The director sent copies of the script to Keanu Reeves and Rivera Phoenix. Keanu immediately agreed to act, but the script never reached River, his agent did not show it to him. But Reeves was familiar with Phoenix, and at Christmas he went to him from Canada to Florida on his motorcycle. He brought the script and, after reading it, River agreed to act.
Friends and other actors temporarily moved into the director’s old house and held boozes and parties there. They made so much noise that the owner of the house moved to his friends to sleep. But in the end, the filmMy personal Idaho state” turned out to be very deep, with excellent directorial and acting work.
5. Walk in the Clouds (1995)
Romantic drama “Walk in the clouds”- about the former soldier Paul, who returns from the war. During the trip, he protects Victoria from hooligans and learns her sad story: she is pregnant, her fiancé left her, and she needs to return to her strict parents’ house. Paul agrees to play the role of her husband, but soon truly falls in love with the girl.
Keanu coped with his role excellently, played a bright person who could not be embittered by either the absence of his parents in his life or the war. It was a kind, heartfelt and beautiful film.
4. On the crest of a wave (1991)
Katherine Bigelow action movie about a gang of surfers who became famous for robbing banks at an incredible speed. FBI special agent Johnny, played by Reeves, must infiltrate the gang. He succeeds.
Film “On the crest of a waveturned out to be special, bright, smart, spectacular. The actors did a great job with their roles, and the script keeps in suspense from beginning to end.
3. Devil’s Advocate (1997)
For the sake of filming in the picture “The Devil’s AdvocateKeanu Reeves turned down a role in another film, the sequel to Speed. He agreed to return part of his fee so that the director could invite Al Pacino to the picture.
The actor got the main role – the lawyer Kevin Lomax, who became famous for defending some scoundrels without losing a single case.
It turned out a cruel, but honest and frank film, which took its place in the top of the best pictures. Movie “The Devil’s Advocate” is called amazing, a masterpiece, it looks in one breath.
2. Speed (1994)
This film by Jan de Boat won two Oscars for sound editing and sound. In addition to Reeves, Sandra Bullock starred in it, after which she woke up famous.
He talks about a crazy terrorist who placed an explosive device on a bus. As soon as its speed drops below 80 km/h, it will explode along with people. An intelligence agent is trying to save those trapped in this deadly trap.
Keanu Reeves is extraordinarily good in the film, and the picture itself “Speed“captures, keeps in suspense all 2 hours.
1. Matrix (1999)
There is no need to retell the content of this sci-fi action movie, almost everyone watched it. Keanu Reeves played the main role in it. But he was far from the only candidate, the script was sent to Tom Cruise, Nicolas Cage, Leonardo DiCaprio, but they all refused.
For this role, Keanu lost 15 pounds and shaved his entire body, even his eyebrows, to give him a emaciated look. Movie “Matrix”was nominated for many awards, including the Oscar and won 4 statuettes for best sound, editing, visual effects and sound editing.